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Volunteer as an Event Production Assistant for High-Impact Cultural Events!

Location: Southern California (LA County & Inland Empire)
Time Commitment: Flexible, event-based (weekends + occasional evenings)

Are you passionate about community, culture, and creative events that make a difference? Join us as an Event Production Assistant and help produce powerful, mission-driven gatherings that uplift diaspora communities and center creativity, advocacy, and joy.

We collaborate on immersive cultural productions including:

  • The Peoples Marketplace – A decolonized market platform featuring diasporic vendors, artists, and organizers creating pathways for healing and empowerment.

As a volunteer, you’ll gain hands-on experience in event production, stage and vendor coordination, guest services, and behind-the-scenes logistics, all while building community with mission-aligned creatives and organizers.

What You’ll Do:

  • Assist with event load-in/load-out, stage setup, and décor

  • Support vendor and performer check-in and coordination

  • Help maintain a smooth guest experience (registration, info booth, crowd flow, accessibility)

  • Collaborate with production leads, DJs, artists, and partners onsite

Great for You If You:

  • Are a problem-solver who thrives in dynamic, creative environments

  • Love events, culture, and working with diverse communities

  • Are interested in event logistics, operations, or arts production

  • Want to gain experience for roles in events, nonprofits, communications, or production

💡 Bonus:

  • Letters of recommendation + resume credit available

  • Meals + merch provided during events

  • You’ll be part of a growing network of artists, organizers, and creatives doing groundbreaking work around culture, capitalism, and community care

Apply now to join our volunteer crew for upcoming events this Fall/Winter—spots fill quickly!